IT-Systems Administration Specialist

Associate Degree in Applied Science

Overview

With an associate degree from Madison College in IT-Systems Administration Specialist, you will learn the fundamentals of operating systems support, networking and systems integration. You also will be challenged to learn Microsoft Windows system administration for both client and server systems, as well as other technologies valued by area employers.

You will gain the skills necessary to obtain key IT industry certifications such as:

CompTIA A+

Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA)

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)

VMware VCP

The skills you will gain in the classroom as well as your internship with an employer in the Madison area will prepare you for your career in information technology.

Program Details

IT-Systems Administration Specialist is on a career pathway that includes this associate degree and a technical diploma. Both will prepare you for a good job and with the associate degree, you can transfer to another college to earn your bachelor’s degree. Learn at your own pace and increase your earning potential with credentials that keep you moving on your own career path.

Students in the IT-Systems Administration Specialist program at Madison College can attend full or part time.

IT-Systems Administration Specialist classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:

Typical job duties include installing, configuring and administering client and server systems including Microsoft Windows Server, Windows client, Linux and VMware vSphere. You will also be prepared to:

Perform technical troubleshooting of computer systems and networks.

Integrate the hardware and software required to support new initiatives.

Install, maintain and troubleshoot Internet connectivity for services such as email, web and other Internet applications.

Be responsible for critical system backups and plan for the restoration of computing services in the event of disasters.